1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Escort |
Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |